About this role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Noisy. Hot. Non-smoking. Work setting: Restaurant. Hotel, motel, resort. Ranks of chefs: Executive chef.
Tasks
Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items. Estimate labour costs. Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory. Analyze operating costs and other data. Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff. Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers. Create new recipes. Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food. Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets. Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.
Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions. Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods. Requisition food and kitchen supplies. Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs. Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants. Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards. Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances. Recruit and hire staff. Supervise activities of sous-chefs, specialist chefs, chefs and cooks. Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.
Leading/instructing individuals. Supervision: 5-10 people. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Cook Trade Certification. Cook Red Seal Certificate. Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate. Food Safety Certificate. Area of work experience: Manager. Area of specialization: Hotel and catering industry. Transportation/travel information: Public transportation is available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines.
- Physically demanding.
- Attention to detail.
- Standing for extended periods.
- Bending, crouching, kneeling.
- Weight handling: Between 45 and 60 kg (100-132 lbs).
- Own tools/equipment: Tools.
- Personal suitability: Leadership.
- Dependability.
- Efficient interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Flexibility.
- Initiative.
- Organized.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
- Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
- Employment terms options: Early morning.
- Government programs: Recognized employer.
- Employment terms options: Evening.
- Shift.
- Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years.
- Employment terms options: Morning.
- Night.
- On call.
- Overtime required.
- Health benefits: Dental plan.
- Disability benefits.
- Health care plan.
- Paramedical services coverage.
- Vision care benefits.
- Financial benefits: Bonus.
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
- Other benefits: Subsidised public transportation.